Manjushri, Buddha of wisdom, 17th century

Bronze, two-piece, fire-gilt, hair with blue earth tones

(H x W x D) (ohne Sockel)32 × 21,6 × 15,4 cm

Place of originXizang Zizhiqu

Status

on display, room 005

About the workIn Buddhist teachings, Manjushri is regarded as both a Buddha and a bodhisattva – an enlightened being who helps the faithful to overcome ignorance and attain wisdom. In his right hand he holds a sword that cuts through ignorance and is thus said to bring understanding. In his left hand is a lotus flower with the book of wisdom on it. Manjushri is considered the guardian of scholars and students; he imparts inspiration and knowledge when invoked.

AccessionGift of Bruno Werdelmann 2004

Provenance[...]; mind. März 1976 Kunsthaus August Bödiger, Bonn; 23. März 1976 - 25.10.2004 Prof. Dr. Dr. hc. Bruno Werdelmann (1920 - 2010), Ratingen, erworben vom Kunsthaus August Bödiger, Bonn, in der 169. Auktion, Katalog Nr. 570; 25.10.2004 erworben durch Schenkung von Bruno Werdelmann

Inventory numberP 2005-1106

Contact

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